This house was 1700sf, but I want to "age in place" so I added a first-floor master suite, laundry and a new kitchen. The stairs are narrow, without a handrail, so I didn't want to use the upstairs master (it's now my studio)! The person before me lived here 30 years and had one of those lift chairs until she finally had to go into assisted living. The old kitchen didn't have original cabinets and there was only 1.5 feet (really) on two sides of the island, the cabinets were only 1 foot deep and the 1980s fridge couldn't be removed without removing the island (width of the sink and dw only). The rooms are on a 12' wide scale. So, my new master and kitchen are 12'x12'. My previous home that my husband and I built was over 4000 sf on 4.5 acres. I was an avid gardener (and blogger). I don't have the gardening/blogging in me anymore. I have 1/2 acre here.

they are a pale blue but there are slivers of green stripes on the fabric as well. i have leftover fabric from the upholstery that's on the sides that i want to make into throw pillows, but my dogs always think throw pillows are stuffed toys lol so i have to keep them in the closet until we have guests (the pillows not the dogs! )

These are my new inspiration photos. I definitely want to get a rug with some black in it for the dining room. I want some contrast in that area. Then i plan on getting a large art piece, something that pops. Eventually, i want to get a black and cane credenza, but i might look into DIYing it

As much as it would be nice to replace the cabinets and move the stove over, I don't know if it's a good idea. The kitchen is tiny and if you try to move the stove over, you won't even have a spot next to the sink for drying dishes. I would leave it as is and just go ahead with your plans for painting. If it's a condo, there are probably heat ducts in the soffits. If you're going to look for an island, look for one with all drawers. It will really increase your storage space and efficiency. As suggested, I would prime everything first then decide if you think you really want an accent wall. I would really rather see you bring in the green with decor. The Besta unit is great and moderately priced. The white with wood combo would be a nice choice. Definitely hang the instruments. If you move the artwork to create a gallery wall, you could hang the guitar and banjo slightly staggered on the wall to the right of the curtains.